Samuel Anderson on Sisters' Rare Health Condition
Samuel Anderson, known for BBC's Amandaland and Gavin and Stacey, shares his sisters' rare genetic condition and his pride in their resilience.
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DWP pays £441 monthly to pensioners with arthritis
Millions of UK pensioners with arthritis could be missing out on up to £441 per month in Attendance Allowance from the DWP. Learn eligibility and how to claim.
Asthma Patients Urged to Switch from Blue Inhalers
Updated NICE guidance warns overuse of blue reliever inhalers may worsen asthma. Patients advised to switch to combination inhalers to treat underlying inflammation.
DWP Call Handler Warned of Suicide; Man Dies a Week Later
Andrew Halliday, 41, told DWP call handlers he would kill himself if his Universal Credit was cut. He died by suicide less than a week later, an inquest heard.
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DWP Confirms 87 MSK Conditions for Up to £779 PIP
DWP data shows over 1.2 million people receive PIP for musculoskeletal conditions. Up to £778.40 per month is available for 87 conditions including arthritis, back pain, and fibromyalgia.
DWP Writing to State Pensioners Over £307 Attendance Allowance
The DWP is contacting state pensioners within three weeks regarding Attendance Allowance claims, a tax-free benefit worth up to £5,959.20 annually, with weekly payments of £76.70 or £114.60.
State Pensioners Get £458 Attendance Allowance in May
State pensioners with health conditions can receive up to £458 in May from DWP Attendance Allowance, which is not means-tested and helps with extra care costs.
Parents Urged to Be Vigilant After Hepatitis A Outbreak
Health officials in Barry, South Wales, investigate a small hepatitis A outbreak across three households, urging parents to watch for symptoms and ensure hand hygiene.
Jesy Nelson's Twins Reach Feeding Chair Milestone
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson, 34, reveals her 11-month-old twin daughters with SMA Type 1 have used specialized feeding chairs for the first time, marking a major milestone.
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DWP Sending £458 in May for Migraine Claimants
The DWP is issuing up to £458 in May for PIP claimants with migraines or headaches. Learn about eligibility and success rates for these conditions.
DWP Extends PIP Award Minimum to 3 Years for Over 25s
The DWP is extending PIP award lengths for new claimants aged 25 and over to a minimum of three years, rising to five years on review, aiming to clear assessment backlogs and save £1.9 billion.
State Pensioners Born Before 1951 See Weekly Hike to £230
State pensioners born before 1951 can boost their weekly DWP payment from £184.90 to £230.54 through the Additional State Pension. Eligibility and amount depend on National Insurance contributions and earnings.
DWP Offers State Pensioners Extra £5,959 Allowance
State pensioners on the new full rate can get up to £5,959 extra per year via Attendance Allowance. Learn eligibility and how to apply.
Campaigners Urge UK Ban on Glyphosate Pre-Harvest Use
Campaigners call for a UK ban on glyphosate as a pre-harvest drying agent, citing cancer links and residues in food. The EU banned the practice in 2023.
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Asthma Warning: Five Hidden Summer Triggers That Can Harm Lungs
Health experts warn of five seasonal asthma triggers as World Asthma Day approaches, including warm weather, storms, pollen, poor air quality, and mould.
DWP £114 Weekly Payment for Eczema: 8 Million Affected
DWP pays £114 weekly PIP to over 2,000 eczema claimants. Up to 8 million UK adults suffer this chronic skin condition, often dismissed as minor.
GPs Concerned Over DWP Disability Payments to 900,000
GPs express concern as DWP forecasts 1.03 million children will claim disability benefits by 2027, with 900,000 currently receiving DLA payments of up to £194.60 weekly.
DWP Claimant Suicide After Universal Credit Cut to £37
Andrew Halliday, 41, took his own life after the DWP reduced his Universal Credit to £37, fearing homelessness. An inquest recorded suicide.
Tributes to NHS hero Vera Holley from Sutton Coldfield
Vera Holley, a beloved former nurse at Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, has died at 95. She volunteered and fundraised for decades after retiring in 1995.
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Personal insolvencies surge 30% as debt crisis deepens
Money Wellness reports 12,252 people entered insolvency in March, up 30% year-on-year. Experts warn of rising debt as cost of living pressures mount.
British Gas Offers Free Boiler Services and Home Upgrades
British Gas is expanding its Warm & Working scheme, providing free boiler services and home upgrades to around 1,000 vulnerable households across the UK, including Birmingham.
DWP Slashes Access to Work Support by Up to 80%
The DWP is cutting Access to Work grants by up to 80%, leaving disabled claimants like Tomasz Borys and Emily Davison struggling to stay employed and facing mental health crises.
DWP £114 Weekly for Kids with ODD and Conduct Disorder
DWP figures show Disability Living Allowance for children claims will rise to 1.03 million next year, with behavioural disorders like ODD and conduct disorder making children eligible.
DWP Approves £100 Increase for Older Pensioners
The DWP has approved a £100 increase in Winter Fuel Payment for state pensioners born before 1946, raising it to £300. Payments return this winter with varying amounts based on age and household.
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DWP Automatic £200 Bonus for Pensioners Aged 66-79
The DWP confirms automatic £200 Winter Fuel Payments for state pensioners aged 66-79, with £300 for those 80+. Payments target low-income households but are reinstated for millions.
DWP Sends £779 to Children with Behavioural Disorders
The DWP will pay disability benefits to a record one million children by 2027, with fastest-rising claims for behavioural disorders. Payments up to £779 a month.
State Pensioners Face £825 Shortfall in DWP Payments
State pensioners on the new DWP rate face an £825 annual shortfall against the minimum retirement living standard of £13,400, according to PLSA analysis.
State Pensioners Under 73 Get Extra £923 in May
State pensioners who retired before 2016 could receive an extra £923 in May from the SERPS additional state pension, on top of their regular DWP payment.
DWP Told to Get PIP Problem Under Control
The DWP has been urged to address the PIP issue as the welfare bill hits £160bn, with benefits cap deemed 'meaningless' due to exemptions.
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British Gas Pledges £40M in Grants and Vouchers for UK Households
British Gas commits £40 million over five years to the British Gas Energy Trust, offering grants, vouchers, and essential support to households facing energy debt and cost-of-living pressures.
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